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Libraries closed for James Madison’s Birthday County holiday

Gordonsville Library 319 N. Main Street, Gordonsville, VA, United States +2 more

The Orange County Public Libraries will be closed on Fri. March 15, 2024 in honor of James Madison's Birthday Items may be returned into the book slots next to the entry doors at each location. Eligible items will renew automatically and if they do not, remember we are fine free. Need it now?  Check our downloadables page for over 1.5 million items that you can borrow from wherever using your ... Read More

Spice is Nice: Thyme spice and recipe kit take home

Gordonsville Library 319 N. Main Street, Gordonsville, VA, United States +2 more

Pick up a Spice is Nice Kit to try cooking with Thyme. Recipes feature Potato & Egg bake, Blueberry-Thyme yogurt cake, Carrot Lemon-Thyme Soup, Blueberry-Thyme Chicken Thighs, and Chicken Thyme Penne Salad Kits are free and available while supplies last.

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Wilderness Branch Adult in-person craft program – Washi Tape Flowers

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

Washi Tape Flowers at Wilderness Branch Library Join us to craft a bouquet of washi tape flowers (vase not included). Just in time for Valentine's. Program is free. All supplies are provided and a variety of colors/patterns are available to choose from. Limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration is required. Register in person at the Wilderness Branch Library or by calling (540) 661-5434. This program is for individuals only and is ... Read More

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Cozy Up With a Good Book Adult Reading Program

Gordonsville Library 319 N. Main Street, Gordonsville, VA, United States +2 more

Cozy Up With a Good Book - Adult Reading Program 2024 Sign-Up starting Jan. 16th and read through March 16th Open to readers age 18 and up. Spin to Win a prize at Sign Up and after each book read (up to a max of 4). We have hand cream, lip balm, candles, cocoa and shower steamers up for grabs. Enter to win a grand prize after each book read ... Read More

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Libraries closed due to inclement weather

Main Library 146A Madison Road, Orange, VA, United States +2 more

Orange County Libraries will be closed due to inclement weather on Saturday January 6, 2024. As always Orange County's dedicated first responders are on duty. Please stay safe and informed regarding weather conditions.

Adult in-person craft program at Wilderness Branch Library – Book ornaments

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

Join us to craft an adorable book ornament for your holiday tree. Open to adults 18 and over. All supplies are provided and the program is free of charge. A variety of book cover from different genres are available. Please register at the front desk at the Wilderness Branch Library or by calling (540) 661-5434 Registration and supplies are limited.  

Spice is Nice Adult take-home -Allspice

Gordonsville Library 319 N. Main Street, Gordonsville, VA, United States +2 more

Spice is Nice - Festive fall recipes and spice Stop by to pick up your delicious recipes and Allspice to use in making them starting November 13, 2023 while supplies last

Free

Wilderness Library Adult In-Person Program Sharpie “tie-dye” tote bags

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

Join us to make your own custom tie-dye tote. We provide the supplies, you provide the inspiration. Monday Aug. 28th at 11:00 am at the Wilderness Branch Library. Program is also scheduled for Orange and Gordonsville branches so check our calendar for those programs. Pre-registration is required and is available in person at the Wilderness Branch Library front desk or over the phone at (540) 661-5434 starting 30 days in ... Read More

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School-Age Craft Program: Decorate a Dragon Egg

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

Join us and decorate your own dragon egg to take home. All supplies provided. For grades Kindergarten - 5th grade.

Wilderness Branch Library Adult Maker Program – Flip Flop Door or Fence Decor

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

Join us to make your own door decoration using nautical rope, flip flops, and tropical flowers. The flip flop colors and patterns do vary. You will be able to stencil your choice of messages onto your flip flops before attaching them. Great for a door or a fence in the backyard. All supplies are provided and the program is free to adults age 18 and up. Hot glue guns will ... Read More

Wilderness Branch Library in person Adult Maker Program – metal bookmarks

Wilderness Branch 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA, United States

Get creative at the library and join us to make your own metal bookmarks! We have supplies in different metal finishes and have the necessary pliers and jump rings. These items will not be offered as a take home, so please join us if you would like to have them. Each participant can make at least 2 bookmarks. These make great hand-crafted Mother's Day gifts. The program is free and ... Read More